Smoked sausage bites are the real world MVP of any get together and I’m here to put some respect on their name. Every time I put these 16 little bites out, they disappear in seconds, so make a double batch for yourself so you can actually get some. Get the toothpicks ready, and let’s dig in.
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1) Honey Garlic Smoked Sausages
Sticky, garlicky, and every time I host a gathering, they are gone in about 4 minutes.
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Honey Garlic Smoked Sausages
Ingredients
Method
- Whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ketchup together in a skillet.
- Add the sausage coins and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Cook 12 to 15 minutes, stirring often, until the sausage is heated through and coated.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer 2 minutes until the glaze thickens and turns glossy.
- Transfer to a serving bowl with toothpicks and serve warm.
Notes
2) Bacon-Wrapped Sausage Bites
Do I really have to say anything more? These two snack food legends are wrapped into one snack!
Bacon-Wrapped Sausage Bites
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Wrap each sausage piece in a half strip of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
- Toss the wrapped bites in brown sugar and paprika until coated.
- Arrange on the sheet and bake 25 to 30 minutes, until the bacon is crisp and caramelized.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving so the sugar sets.
Notes
3) Cajun Smoked Sausage Rolls
Just a little kick and lots of flaky pastry, this is a snack that will be gone before the game even starts.
Cajun Smoked Sausage Rolls
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Cut the puff pastry into strips wide enough to wrap each sausage piece.
- Spread a little Dijon on each strip, sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, and roll around the sausage.
- Place seam-side down, brush with beaten egg, and dust with extra seasoning.
- Bake 18 to 22 minutes until puffed and deep golden, then slice each roll in half.
Notes
4) Smoked Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
They are a savory hug in food form and disappear before the dip even comes out.
Smoked Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and arrange the mushroom caps on a baking sheet.
- Brown the chopped sausage in a skillet over medium heat, about 5 minutes, then cool slightly.
- Mix the sausage with cream cheese and half the Parmesan until combined.
- Spoon the filling into each cap, then top with remaining Parmesan and breadcrumbs.
- Bake 18 to 20 minutes until the tops are golden and the mushrooms are tender.
Notes
5) Sausage Jalapeño Poppers
Take all of the spicy-creaminess of the popper and add some smokey sausage!
Sausage Jalapeño Poppers
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Brown the diced sausage in a skillet for about 5 minutes, then let it cool.
- Stir the sausage into the cream cheese and half the cheddar.
- Fill each jalapeño half and top with remaining cheddar and breadcrumbs.
- Bake 18 to 22 minutes until the peppers soften and the tops are golden and bubbly.
Notes
6) Pineapple Glazed Sausages
These sweet sweet, tangy, and a little tropical snack are my secret weapon for winter parties.
Pineapple Glazed Sausages
Ingredients
Method
- Whisk pineapple juice, brown sugar, mustard, and vinegar in a saucepan.
- Add the sausage coins and simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook 3 to 4 minutes until the glaze thickens.
- Toss to coat every piece in the glossy sauce.
- Serve warm with toothpicks.
Notes
7) Smoked Sausage Skewers
They come in various colors and somehow manages to make a paper plate feel fancy.
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Smoked Sausage Skewers
Ingredients
Method
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 15 minutes and preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high.
- Thread sausage coins, peppers, and onion onto the skewers, alternating as you go.
- Brush with olive oil and grill 10 to 12 minutes, turning, until the veggies char.
- Brush with barbecue sauce in the last 2 minutes and let it caramelize.
- Serve hot straight off the skewers.
Notes
8) Sausage Cheese Balls
A traditional potluck favourite that will always beat the trends.
Sausage Cheese Balls
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Mix the minced sausage, baking mix, cheddar, milk, and garlic powder until a dough forms.
- Roll into 1-inch balls and space them on the baking sheet.
- Bake 20 to 22 minutes until golden brown and firm.
- Cool a few minutes and serve with ranch or mustard.
Notes
9) Sausage and Cranberry Bites
The combination of sweet-tart cranberry and smoky sausage is simply amazing!
Sausage and Cranberry Bites
Ingredients
Method
- Stir the cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, and orange juice in a saucepan.
- Add the sausage coins and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Cook 15 to 18 minutes, stirring, until the sauce reduces and clings.
- Toss to coat the sausage evenly.
- Transfer to a bowl and serve warm with toothpicks.
Notes
10) Brown Sugar Sausage Appetizers
Three easy ingredients let you impress the crowd with the amount of effort you put into making a dish.
Brown Sugar Sausage Appetizers
Ingredients
Method
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon until it dissolves into a glaze.
- Add the sausage coins and toss to coat.
- Simmer 12 to 15 minutes, stirring often, until sticky and caramelized.
- Serve warm with toothpicks.
Notes
11) Teriyaki Smoked Sausage Slices
Incredible simple, and takes you on a journey to Japanese take out.
Teriyaki Smoked Sausage Slices
Ingredients
Method
- Whisk the teriyaki sauce, honey, and ginger in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sausage coins and simmer 12 to 15 minutes, stirring, until glazed.
- Let the sauce reduce until it coats the back of a spoon.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Serve warm with toothpicks.
Notes
12) Sweet and Spicy Sausage Meatballs
My favorite type of recipe is the one where I set it and forget it. The slow cooker does the work while you do everything else.
Sweet and Spicy Sausage Meatballs
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Mix the ground sausage, breadcrumbs, and egg, then roll into 1-inch meatballs.
- Bake 15 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Simmer the grape jelly, chili sauce, and sriracha in a skillet until smooth.
- Add the meatballs, toss to coat, and simmer 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
13) Apple Sausage Crescent Rolls
Flaky crescent dough combined with smokey sausage and apple equals autumn in one bite.
Apple Sausage Crescent Rolls
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Separate the crescent dough into triangles and spread each with a little Dijon.
- Lay a sausage piece and a thin apple slice at the wide end and roll up.
- Place on the sheet, brush with beaten egg, and arrange seam-side down.
- Bake 15 to 18 minutes until golden and puffed, then serve warm.
Notes
14) Barbecue Sausage Sliders
These tiny buns have huge flavor and are incredibly easy to serve an entire crowd.
Barbecue Sausage Sliders
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and place slider buns in a baking dish.
- Simmer the sausage coins in barbecue sauce for 10 minutes until glazed.
- Spoon the saucy sausage onto the buns and top with cheddar.
- Brush the bun tops with melted butter and cover with foil.
- Bake 12 to 15 minutes until the cheese melts and the buns are warm.
Notes
15) Stuffed Bell Pepper Sausage Boats
Somewhere in between an appetizer and a small meal, and completely addictive no matter how you look at it.
Stuffed Bell Pepper Sausage Boats
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and arrange the pepper halves on a baking sheet.
- Brown the diced sausage in a skillet, then stir in the rice and marinara.
- Spoon the filling into each pepper boat.
- Top with shredded mozzarella.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes until the peppers soften and the cheese is bubbly.
Notes
16) Peach Mango Sausage Bites
Sweet and summery. Also so unexpectedly good that it leaves you wondering what the recipe is!
Peach Mango Sausage Bites
Ingredients
Method
- Stir the peach preserves, mango puree, lime juice, and sriracha in a saucepan.
- Add the sausage coins and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Cook 15 minutes, stirring, until the glaze thickens and coats the sausage.
- Toss to coat evenly.
- Serve warm with toothpicks.